Bolzano to Venice
Italy Bike Tours
Bike in Northern Italy from the Dolomites to the Adriatic
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Tour Type
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Skill Level
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Length8 days
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Prices from€985 Rates
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Overview
This extraordinary cycle tour in Italy features unique landscapes, cities of art and architecture, and the largest European thermal district.
From the majestic Dolomites, your route leads through the Adige River Valley to Trento, the crossroads between people and cultures, then leads south to the palm-lined shores of Lake Garda. Next up, is Verona, the town of Romeo and Juliet.
The architectural genius of Palladio In Vicenza, who made the town his personal showcase, will delight. Further on you will reach the Euganean Hills and their renowned thermal district, the largest in Europe. Beautiful Padua, the cradle of arts, will open the way to the Venetian lagoon, where the timeless fascination of Venice has lured passersby for centuries (and still does).
Highlights
- The vineyards of South Tyrol
- Scenic Lake Garda
- The thermal spas in Abano
- The soaring Dolomites Mountains
- Venice, the city on the water
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Itinerary
Due to organizational reasons, weather conditions, or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way, you may find temporary deviations caused by roadworks, which cannot be foreseen..
Day 1: Arrival in Bolzano
Day 2: Bolzano - Trento, 40/44 mi. (65/70 km)
Day 3: Trento - Desenzano/Peschiera, 31 mi. (50 km) + ferry ride
Day 4: Desenzano/Pescheira - Verona, 22/37 mi. (35/60 km)
Day 5: Verona - Vicenza, 22/44 mi. (35/70 km)
Day 6: Vicenza - Padua thermal district, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Padua thermal district - Mestre/Venice, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 8: Departure from Mestre/VeniceDay 1: Arrival in Bolzano
Arrival in Bolzano, a famous commercial and tourist center, and also a historical and cultural connection between the Italian and the German world.Day 2: Bolzano - Trento, 40/44 mi. (65/70 km)
For a majority of the day, you'll cycle along the Adige River, through orchards and vineyards along the Wine Route. You will then pass through Salorno, the linguistic border between the German and Italian worlds, and finally arrive at Trento. The stage is almost completely flat, following the course of the river Adige, unless you choose the more hilly variant through the lake Caldaro/Kalterer See. It is possible to shorten the stage by taking the train. There are several train stations along the way.Elevation gain: 30/250 m
Day 3: Trento - Desenzano/Peschiera, 31 mi. (50 km) + ferry ride
Cycling along the Adige, you reach Rovereto, known for its museum of modern and contemporary art. From here, cycle westwards towards Lake Garda. After a short ascent, a refreshing descent will lead you to Torbole and to Riva. The ferry cruise takes you to the southern part of the lake.Elevation gain: 140 m
Day 4: Desenzano/Pescheira - Verona, 22/37 mi. (35/60 km)
Today you head to Verona, cycling along the Adige. Verona is one of the most important and beautiful cities in the Veneto region. Worth visiting are the Roman Arena, the Church of San Zeno, and Juliet’s House.Elevation gain: 140/260 m
Day 5: Verona - Vicenza, 22/44 mi. (35/70 km)
At first, the route starts out flat and then heads through the Monti Berici, a hilly region just south of Vicenza, with a wonderful view of the city. The old city center is characterized by beautiful private palaces and public buildings by Andrea Palladio, the famous 16th-century architect known all over the world. At the end of the route, you can choose between two options to enter Vicenza. The first one is more panoramic, even if it is more difficult due to 4km of demanding uphill across the Berici Hills. The second itinerary is easier, being entirely on level terrain, although on roads with a little more traffic. Possibility to shorten the stage by taking the train in San Bonifacio.Elevation gain: 230/440 m
Day 6: Vicenza - Padua thermal district, 31 mi. (50 km)
Cycling out of Vicenza and along the river Bacchiglione, you will come across the beautiful Palladian Villa La Rotonda. From Montegalda, you will head towards the Euganean Hills, where you will have the chance to relax in a 3- or 4-star spa resort in the largest European thermal district.Elevation gain: 30 m
Day 7: Padua thermal district - Mestre/Venice, 34 mi. (55 km)
The tour continues through the flat Veneto. You will cycle along the Battaglia Canal, passing through Padua, home to one of the oldest Italian (and European) Universities and rich in art and history. From here, along the Piovego Canal, you will reach Stra and will follow the Brenta Canal, overlooked by the countryside villas of the ancient Venetian nobility (Villa Pisani, Malcontenta, Villa Widmann) until you reach Mestre, Venice’s mainland. You can choose to stay directly in Venice with a price supplement. Please note that in Venice (apart from Piazzale Roma and the train station Santa Lucia) it is forbidden to cycle, and also to push your bike by hand.Elevation gain: 0 m
Day 8: Departure from Mestre/Venice
Departure after breakfast. Transfer back to Bolzano on request.View all our bike trips, specials, and news along with hundreds of other bike tours in Europe.
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Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations
Category A: Mainly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotels
Category B: Mainly 3-star hotels with some 2-star hotelsBicycles
Unisex or men’s touring bike
A low entry unisex or men's frame, ideal for an upright but relaxed riding position.
- Aluminum frame
- Upright handlebar
- Comfort Selle Royale Saddle: Comfort Selle Royale
- Water bottle cage
- 27-speed (Shimano Deore)
- Flat pedal
- Mechanical V brakes
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe anti-puncture tire
Unisex electric bike
A low entry unisex frame
- Upright handlebar
- 9-speed (Shimano Deore)
- Centrally located Bosch motor Active Line Plus (250Wh, engine torque 50 Nm)
- Bosch battery Power Pack (36V, range approx 90 km average speed on flat terrain)
- Ergonomic grip
- Selle Royal saddle
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus anti-puncture tires
Accessories
Included accessories
- Mudguards
- Trip computer
- Ortlieb pannier (12L) - The innovative QL1fixation system is easy to handle and the bags attach to the rack with one click
- Front bike map holder with removable transparent hood or Kickfix water-resistant removable rigid handlebar bag with waterproof double-sided maps envelope
- Repair kit (one kit for every two bicycles) (1 pump, 1 tube, 2 Allen keys, tyre levers, patches and mastic sealant)
Supplemental accessories
Please see pricing.
- Helmet
- Brand: Limar
- Size: one size (55 - 61)
- Adjustable size system and cool pads
- Weight: 260 g
- 10 vents with bug net
- Certified CE (TÜV) and CPSC-USA
- Child bike
- Frames that fit children
- 20/24" wheels
- FollowMe Tandem
- Latch system locking child's bike onto tail of the adult bike
- Ages 4-7
- Child trailer
- Croozer with one seat
- Ages 1-4
- Maximum weight: 35 kg
- Child seat
- Ages 1 to 5
- Maximum weight: 22 kg
- Adult tandem bike
- Front saddle can seat a child 4-15 years old
- Upright handlebars
- Selle Royal saddle
- Water bottle cage
- 11-speed (Shimano Alfine)
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Mudguards
- 26-inch wheels
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus anti-puncture tires
- Family tandem bike (1 adult + 1 child 6-8 yrs)
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Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 7 nights in selected category
- Breakfast buffets
- Luggage transfer (limited to 1 piece of luggage per person with max. 20 kg & please note that you cannot change the number of pieces of luggage during the tour!)
- 27-gear touring bicycle with accessories
- Bicycle protection
- App including maps, roadbook, points of interest and GPS tracks
- 4-hour ferry cruise around Lake Garda
- Ice cream at the best ice cream parlor in Vicenza
- Train transfers
- 7-day service hotline
- GPS tracks (available on request)
What’s Not Included
- Travel to/from the start/finish
- Meals not mentioned
- Beverages
- Local hotel tourist taxes (€15-20 paid locally)
- Venice Municipality Access Fee: (approx.€3-10 per person per day - paid on site)
- Travel Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
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Mar 29–30Mar 29–30 € 985 Book Mar 29–30Mar 29–30 € 1355 Book Mar 29–30Mar 29–30 € 845 Book Apr 5–6Apr 5–6 € 985 Book Apr 5–6Apr 5–6 € 1355 Book Apr 5–6Apr 5–6 € 845 Book Apr 12–13Apr 12–13 € 985 Book Apr 12–13Apr 12–13 € 1355 Book Apr 12–13Apr 12–13 € 845 Book Apr 19–20Apr 19–20 € 1175 Book Apr 19–20Apr 19–20 € 1545 Book Apr 19–20Apr 19–20 € 1035 Book Apr 26–27Apr 26–27 € 1175 Book Apr 26–27Apr 26–27 € 1545 Book Apr 26–27Apr 26–27 € 1035 Book Apr 29–30Apr 29–30 € 1175 Book Apr 29–30Apr 29–30 € 1545 Book Apr 29–30Apr 29–30 € 1035 Book May 3–4May 3–4 € 1175 Book May 3–4May 3–4 € 1545 Book May 3–4May 3–4 € 1035 Book May 6–7May 6–7 € 1175 Book May 6–7May 6–7 € 1545 Book May 6–7May 6–7 € 1035 Book May 10–11May 10–11 € 1225 Book May 10–11May 10–11 € 1595 Book May 10–11May 10–11 € 1085 Book May 13–14May 13–14 € 1225 Book May 13–14May 13–14 € 1595 Book May 13–14May 13–14 € 1085 Book May 17–18May 17–18 € 1225 Book May 17–18May 17–18 € 1595 Book May 17–18May 17–18 € 1085 Book May 20–21May 20–21 € 1225 Book May 20–21May 20–21 € 1595 Book May 20–21May 20–21 € 1085 Book May 24–25May 24–25 € 1225 Book May 24–25May 24–25 € 1595 Book May 24–25May 24–25 € 1085 Book May 27–28May 27–28 € 1225 Book May 27–28May 27–28 € 1595 Book May 27–28May 27–28 € 1085 Book May 31May 31 € 1225 Book May 31May 31 € 1595 Book May 31May 31 € 1085 Book Jun 1Jun 1 € 1225 Book Jun 1Jun 1 € 1595 Book Jun 1Jun 1 € 1085 Book Jun 3–4Jun 3–4 € 1225 Book Jun 3–4Jun 3–4 € 1595 Book Jun 3–4Jun 3–4 € 1085 Book Jun 7–8Jun 7–8 € 1225 Book Jun 7–8Jun 7–8 € 1595 Book Jun 7–8Jun 7–8 € 1085 Book Jun 10–11Jun 10–11 € 1225 Book Jun 10–11Jun 10–11 € 1595 Book Jun 10–11Jun 10–11 € 1085 Book Jun 14–15Jun 14–15 € 1225 Book Jun 14–15Jun 14–15 € 1595 Book Jun 14–15Jun 14–15 € 1085 Book Jun 17–18Jun 17–18 € 1225 Book Jun 17–18Jun 17–18 € 1595 Book Jun 17–18Jun 17–18 € 1085 Book Jun 21–22Jun 21–22 € 1225 Book Jun 21–22Jun 21–22 € 1595 Book Jun 21–22Jun 21–22 € 1085 Book Jun 24–25Jun 24–25 € 1225 Book Jun 24–25Jun 24–25 € 1595 Book Jun 24–25Jun 24–25 € 1085 Book Jun 28–29Jun 28–29 € 1225 Book Jun 28–29Jun 28–29 € 1595 Book Jun 28–29Jun 28–29 € 1085 Book Jul 1–2Jul 1–2 € 1225 Book Jul 1–2Jul 1–2 € 1595 Book Jul 1–2Jul 1–2 € 1085 Book Jul 5–6Jul 5–6 € 1225 Book Jul 5–6Jul 5–6 € 1595 Book Jul 5–6Jul 5–6 € 1085 Book Jul 8–9Jul 8–9 € 1225 Book Jul 8–9Jul 8–9 € 1595 Book Jul 8–9Jul 8–9 € 1085 Book Jul 12–13Jul 12–13 € 1225 Book Jul 12–13Jul 12–13 € 1595 Book Jul 12–13Jul 12–13 € 1085 Book Jul 15–16Jul 15–16 € 1225 Book Jul 15–16Jul 15–16 € 1595 Book Jul 15–16Jul 15–16 € 1085 Book Jul 19–20Jul 19–20 € 1225 Book Jul 19–20Jul 19–20 € 1595 Book Jul 19–20Jul 19–20 € 1085 Book Jul 22–23Jul 22–23 € 1225 Book Jul 22–23Jul 22–23 € 1595 Book Jul 22–23Jul 22–23 € 1085 Book Jul 26–27Jul 26–27 € 1225 Book Jul 26–27Jul 26–27 € 1595 Book Jul 26–27Jul 26–27 € 1085 Book Jul 29–30Jul 29–30 € 1225 Book Jul 29–30Jul 29–30 € 1595 Book Jul 29–30Jul 29–30 € 1085 Book Aug 2–3Aug 2–3 € 1225 Book Aug 2–3Aug 2–3 € 1595 Book Aug 2–3Aug 2–3 € 1085 Book Aug 5–6Aug 5–6 € 1225 Book Aug 5–6Aug 5–6 € 1595 Book Aug 5–6Aug 5–6 € 1085 Book Aug 9–10Aug 9–10 € 1225 Book Aug 9–10Aug 9–10 € 1595 Book Aug 9–10Aug 9–10 € 1085 Book Aug 12–13Aug 12–13 € 1225 Book Aug 12–13Aug 12–13 € 1595 Book Aug 12–13Aug 12–13 € 1085 Book Aug 16–17Aug 16–17 € 1225 Book Aug 16–17Aug 16–17 € 1595 Book Aug 16–17Aug 16–17 € 1085 Book Aug 19–20Aug 19–20 € 1225 Book Aug 19–20Aug 19–20 € 1595 Book Aug 19–20Aug 19–20 € 1085 Book Aug 23–24Aug 23–24 € 1225 Book Aug 23–24Aug 23–24 € 1595 Book Aug 23–24Aug 23–24 € 1085 Book Aug 26–27Aug 26–27 € 1225 Book Aug 26–27Aug 26–27 € 1595 Book Aug 26–27Aug 26–27 € 1085 Book Aug 30–31Aug 30–31 € 1225 Book Aug 30–31Aug 30–31 € 1595 Book Aug 30–31Aug 30–31 € 1085 Book Sep 2–3Sep 2–3 € 1225 Book Sep 2–3Sep 2–3 € 1595 Book Sep 2–3Sep 2–3 € 1085 Book Sep 6–7Sep 6–7 € 1175 Book Sep 6–7Sep 6–7 € 1545 Book Sep 6–7Sep 6–7 € 1035 Book Sep 9–10Sep 9–10 € 1175 Book Sep 9–10Sep 9–10 € 1545 Book Sep 9–10Sep 9–10 € 1035 Book Sep 13–14Sep 13–14 € 1175 Book Sep 13–14Sep 13–14 € 1545 Book Sep 13–14Sep 13–14 € 1035 Book Sep 16–17Sep 16–17 € 1175 Book Sep 16–17Sep 16–17 € 1545 Book Sep 16–17Sep 16–17 € 1035 Book Sep 20–21Sep 20–21 € 1175 Book Sep 20–21Sep 20–21 € 1545 Book Sep 20–21Sep 20–21 € 1035 Book Sep 23–24Sep 23–24 € 1175 Book Sep 23–24Sep 23–24 € 1545 Book Sep 23–24Sep 23–24 € 1035 Book Sep 27–28Sep 27–28 € 985 Book Sep 27–28Sep 27–28 € 1355 Book Sep 27–28Sep 27–28 € 845 Book Oct 4–5Oct 4–5 € 985 Book Oct 4–5Oct 4–5 € 1355 Book Oct 4–5Oct 4–5 € 845 Book Oct 11–12Oct 11–12 € 985 Book Oct 11–12Oct 11–12 € 1355 Book Oct 11–12Oct 11–12 € 845 Book Oct 18Oct 18 € 985 Book Oct 18Oct 18 € 1355 Book Oct 18Oct 18 € 845 Book Show pricing details and extra options →
Pricing details and extra options
Category A: mostly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotels– very comfortable with en-suite facilities. Most hotels will have air conditioning, with the exception of some hotels in mountainous areas. Mostly in city centers.
Category B: Mainly 3-star hotels– very comfortable with en-suite facilities. Most hotels will have air conditioning, with the exception of some hotels in mountainous areas.
- Season 1 2025 Mar 29–Apr 18 & Sep 27–Oct 18 from € 9852025 departures: Saturdays, Sundays Mar 29–Apr 18 and Sep 27–Oct 18
2025 March Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 April Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Category A Mostly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotelsDouble occupancy € 1125 Single occupancy € 1575 Third person in triple occupancy room€ 975 Category B Mainly 3-star hotelsPrice Double occupancy € 985 Single occupancy € 1355 Third person in triple occupancy room€ 845 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Trekking bike suitable for individuals over 165 cm€ 50 Electric bike € 160 Helmet € 15 - Season 2 2025 Apr 19, 20, 26, 27; Apr 29–May 9 & Sep 6–26 from € 11752025 departures: Apr 19, 20, 26, 27; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays Apr 29–May 9 and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays Sep 6–26
2025 April Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 May Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Category A Mostly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotelsDouble occupancy € 1315 Single occupancy € 1765 Third person in triple occupancy room€ 1165 Category B Mainly 3-star hotelsPrice Double occupancy € 1175 Single occupancy € 1545 Third person in triple occupancy room€ 1035 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Trekking bike suitable for individuals over 165 cm€ 50 Electric bike € 160 Helmet € 15 - Season 3 2025 May 10–Sep 5 from € 12252025 departures: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays May 10–Sep 5
2025 May Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 June Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 July Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2025 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Category A Mostly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotelsDouble occupancy € 1365 Single occupancy € 1815 Third person in triple occupancy room€ 1215 Category B Mainly 3-star hotelsPrice Double occupancy € 1225 Single occupancy € 1595 Third person in triple occupancy room€ 1085 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Trekking bike suitable for individuals over 165 cm€ 50 Electric bike € 160 Helmet € 15 - Extra options
Extra night, Bolzano Category A Double occupancy € 116 Single occupancy € 200 Category B Double occupancy € 90 Single occupancy € 153 Extra night, Mestre/Venice mainland Price Category A Double occupancy € 90 Single occupancy € 148 Category B Double occupancy € 64 Single occupancy € 106 Transfers Saturdays and Sundays (Tuesdays from May 6 - Sep 30)Price Mestre to Bolzano per person, min 2.€ 95 Extra nights in Venice upon request.
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
- Season 1 2025 Mar 29–Apr 18 & Sep 27–Oct 18 from € 985
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy-to-moderate guided or self-guided hotel tour with an average daily distance between 35 to 70 km. The total elevation gain is 570 m/1,120 m. Terrain: 90% tarmac, 10% unpaved. It is possible to shorten the itinerary by taking the train on days 2, 3, 5, and 7. There are a few hilly sections, however, the climbs are short.
Airport Info
Bolzano is well connected with Verona (VRN) Innsbruck (INN), and Venice (VCE) Airports.
Local Travel
Train to Bolzano from Innsbruck Airport (2 hrs); from Verona Airport (1½ hrs); or from Venice Airport (3½ hrs).
Climate
In Italy, there are different types of climate. In Bolzano, the climate is semi-continental, and around Lake Garda, a sub-Mediterranean climate. One thing that each area has in common is hot summers. Rain can be expected throughout the year, so it is advised you pack rain gear. Please check local conditions before your arrival. Below you will find monthly weather averages for the region.
Day of Rest
If you start the tour in Bolzano on a Saturday, you can book extra nights in any of the cities along the tour.
Recommended
Extra nights in Bolzano & Venice. Also recommended in Verona & Vicenza if tour begins on Saturday.
Remarks
Electric bicycles are available (see pricing).
Important to know
DOCUMENTS
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Important note: Please check the status of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) as once implemented will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit.
Extra Stay
Extra nights in Bolzano and Venice (the island and mainland) available on request.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Girolibero.
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